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2026 Subaru Ascent Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 1 owner complaint. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Subaru Ascent

The 2026 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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Recommended — 2026 Subaru Ascent

The 2026 Subaru Ascent shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
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Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
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Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2026 Subaru Ascent

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2026 Subaru Ascent.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2026 Subaru Ascent

Based on 1 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Service Brakes
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Subaru Ascent — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2026 model year is highlighted.

2020 316 complaints 2021 96 complaints 2022 53 complaints 2023 39 complaints 2024 47 complaints 2025 10 complaints 2026 1 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2020 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2023, 2025, 2026 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2026 Subaru Ascent

Is the 2026 Subaru Ascent reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2026 Subaru Ascent has no open recalls and 1 owner complaint. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2026 Subaru Ascent have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2026 Subaru Ascent. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Subaru Ascent?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2026 Subaru Ascent are: Service Brakes. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2026 Subaru Ascent safe to buy?
The 2026 Subaru Ascent shows a clean safety record with low complaint activity. It is generally considered safe to buy, though a pre-purchase inspection and independent VIN check are always recommended.
What year Subaru Ascent should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Subaru Ascent are: 2023, 2025, 2026. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2020.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.